Mechanical Engineer

AeroVironment (AVAV)

Sunrise, FL, United States
$93,371 - $132,300; not specified; not specified p...
Designing complex mechanical systems
Electro-mechanical design
Thermal analysis
The Mechanical Engineer III will be part of a design team focused on development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems, covering all facets of design from conceptual to detailed design, including building and testing

Job Summary

  • The Mechanical Engineer III will be part of a design team focused on development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems, covering all facets of design from conceptual to detailed design, including building and testing.
  • Responsibilities include designing structural components, electro-mechanical systems, payload mechanics, ground equipment, launching systems, flight control actuators, thermal analysis, and prototype hardware development.
  • AV offers an excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401K with company matching, a 9/80 work schedule, and a paid holiday shutdown.

Matching Summary

The Mechanical Engineer III will be part of a design team focused on development of the next generation UAV systems and their subsystems, covering all facets of design from conceptual to detailed design, including building and testing.

Salary

$93,371 - $132,300; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • designing complex mechanical systems
  • electro-mechanical design
  • thermal analysis
  • prototype hardware development
  • Solidworks proficiency

Nice-to-have

  • work independently with little supervision
  • fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • strong initiative and drive
  • committed to learning from mistakes
  • teamwork and collaboration

Key Requirements

  • 5 - 8 years of experience
  • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering or equivalent
  • Experience designing machined parts, composite parts, plastic injection molded parts, sheet metal parts, wire assemblies, mechanical assemblies
  • Hands-on building/prototyping experience
  • Experience designing electro-mechanical systems with thermodynamic constraints
  • Proficient in Solidworks and MS Office
  • Experience with ASME Y14.100, Y14.5 standards

Work Rights

Must be a U.S. person under ITAR/EAR

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